Bibi Shazia Thupsee
Journalist And Newscaster
Vacoas,Mauritius
Summary
With a little more than a years of experience as news reporter. working irregular hours to find compelling, provocative breaking-news stories are not an issue. I am very much deadline-oriented as i am committed to developing factual, dynamic and compelling stories. One can rely on me to be productive across multiple platforms. I am a very passionate person who holds solid work ethic and high integrity.
Offering comprehensive oral and written communication alongside my outgoing personality, i can be an asset for your company. Moreover, i would be a great pleasure for me to share my knowledge but mostly learn from you.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Broadcast Journalist
Wazaa FM
Ebene
05.2020 - Current
- Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for radio broadcast.
- Planned news schedule to include adequate coverage across current events, politics, lifestyle, and sports segments.
- Cultivated relationships with individuals in public relations field through exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Provided field reporting during major events ; like the launching of the metro express or the 2019 general elections to gather and share reactions from individuals directly impacted.
- Produced coverage via live broadcast, social media, and video streaming.
- Interviewed guests on-air during a show called "TiBizness dan Moris" covering topics around SMEs and entrepreneurship.
- Delivered unscripted breaking news and special event coverage to community (during elections cyclones, major road accidents).
- Managed social media accounts for local news organization, including planning, drafting and publishing content across Facebook and on their website.
- Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.
- Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation.
- Uploaded breaking news and updates to organization's social media and website accounts.
- Worked collaboratively with camera crew shooting in locations, optimizing story visualization for diverse viewers.
Secretary
Events and Outcomes
Vacoas, Mauritius
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Directed and coordinated marketing activities and policies to promote products and services.
- Identified value propositions and key messages for all of the company’s marketing campaigns.
- Coordinated and participated in promotional activities and trade shows.
- Analysed business developments and monitored market trends.
- Analysed usage patterns to understand ways in which customers used company products and services.
- Collaborated with developers, advertisers and production managers to market products and services.
Intern Journalist
Radio One
Port Louis, Mauritius
04.2018 - 07.2018
Being a trainee at Radio One has equipped me with the skills and confidence to overcome the challenges of working at a busy radio station.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Arranged and conducted interviews with individuals knowledgeable about each story’s subject matter.
- Covered budget and economic issues.
Tele Conseillere
Euro CRM
Ebene, Mauritius
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Acted professionally and patiently when addressing negative customer feedback.
- Managed customer calls effectively and efficiently in a complex, fast-paced and challenging call centre environment.
- Effectively managed a high volume of inbound and outbound customer calls.
- Accurately documented, researched and resolved customer service issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies with Specialisation in Journalism
08.2017 - 11.2020
GCSE - undefined
Skills
Trained swimmer from Serge Alfred swimming poolOwner of small baking business (Les delices de Shazia on Facebook and Instagram)Investigative skillsKnowledge of sound editing from WinMedia and AudacityKnowledge of basic video editing from iMovieSkilled interpreter and translator
Strategic content planning for social media and website articles
Accomplishments
- Completed SC-Cambridge O-level at Forest Side SSS Girls Dept with aggregates 14.
- Being academically very active, I have participated in many competitions at secondary level, namely the Model United Nations Conference (zonal and national level) and the Omnicane award project.
- Featured in L'Express Junior's "Mini Reporter" segment in 2008.
Timeline
Broadcast Journalist - Wazaa FM
05.2020 - Current
Secretary - Events and Outcomes
09.2018 - 02.2019
Intern Journalist - Radio One
04.2018 - 07.2018
University Of Mauritius - Bachelor of Science, Communication Studies with Specialisation in Journalism
08.2017 - 11.2020
Tele Conseillere - Euro CRM
11.2016 - 07.2017
Forest side SSS Girls - GCSE,